Amie O'shaughnessy
About Amie O'shaughnessy
Amie O'Shaughnessy is a Program and Policy Analyst with the Government of Canada, specializing in performance measurement since 2017. She has extensive experience in equine sports management and consulting, having held various roles at Equine Canada and other organizations.
Work at Government of Canada
Amie O'shaughnessy has been employed at the Government of Canada since 2017, serving as a Program and Policy Analyst within the Performance Measurement Team. Her role involves analyzing and evaluating program performance to ensure effective policy implementation. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing government efficiency and accountability over her seven years of service.
Previous Experience in Equine Canada
Prior to her current role, Amie O'shaughnessy held multiple positions at Equine Canada. She served as the High Performance Director from 2015 to 2016, where she oversaw high-performance equestrian programs. Before that, she was the Director of Para-equestrian Sport from 2008 to 2015, managing the development and promotion of para-equestrian disciplines. Additionally, she worked as the Manager of Competitions, Para-equestrian, and Non-olympic FEI Disciplines from 2005 to 2008, and as the Competitions Coordinator from 2000 to 2005.
Consulting Experience
Amie O'shaughnessy worked as an Independent Consultant in Argentina from 2016 to 2017. In this role, she provided business consulting services, leveraging her expertise in program management and policy analysis. This experience followed her extensive background in the equestrian sector and contributed to her diverse professional portfolio.
Education and Expertise
Amie O'shaughnessy studied Sport Management at Royal Holloway, University of London from 2012 to 2013. She also attended Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she focused on Marketing, Business Management, and Management. This educational background supports her analytical skills and understanding of performance measurement in both government and sports contexts.
Early Career in Marketing and Health
Amie O'shaughnessy began her career in marketing as a Marketing Coordinator at Money Concepts in 1998. She worked briefly in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Following this, she served as a Program Consultant at Health Canada from 1999 to 2000 in Ottawa, where she contributed to health program initiatives. These early roles provided her with foundational experience in program management and policy development.